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Destination: UGANDA-->from Dennis
March 8, 2010

UGANDA 2010: New experiences, new relationships, old relationships grown…a quick summary of this year.

This was my third trip to Uganda and it never ceases to amaze me at how appreciative and thankful the people of Uganda are.
They don’t know that they are poor and they are just as joyful as can be. It’s truly an example for me. Paul wrote in his letter to the Philippians,
"Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content." (Phil 4:11) We could all take something away from that…are we truly content?
Also, the Ugandans always have a smile on their faces…another example for me! I need to let our joy of the Lord shine through my face, what better way to do that than with a smile.
This year I had the privilege of being part of 'one on one' evangelism for two days. As we went to the different villages each day, our evangelist would preach to the people while the medical team set up the clinic. Our Ugandan friends would go to the medical clinic, then on to the pharmacy to get medications, then they would come to our tent. If they were already saved, we would pray with them. Their top four prayer requests were: better health, husband’s salvation, school fees for their children, and for jobs. If they weren’t saved/born again, I would ask them if I could tell them about Jesus. No one said no. I used an “Evangecube” as illustration to share the gospel. (If you don't know what an Evangecube is, it’s a cube with pictures that helps illustrate the scriptures and story of Jesus and what He has done for us. It is an excellent witnessing tool.) All this is done with an interpreter, of course! Even if I would mess up, my interpreter could help me out! I had the privilege of seeing about 35 people come to the Lord...the highlight of my trip.
It was also a blessing watching Terri and Dustin on mission and seeing them “in action.”  They both do great. It’s not as natural for me, so it was good to get out of my comfort zone. Again, it was a wonderful experience that I would hope you all can try sometime. You go to be a blessing, but you end up being the one that was blessed.

Thank you again for your prayer and financial support. Your prayers held us up and we couldn't have done it without you.

God Bless,
Dennis

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